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Hannah Eaton appears to enjoy a life of privilege in Palm Beach, Florida, surrounded by her mother Willow—a renowned psychologist—and her stepfather. Yet beneath the surface she feels neglected, abandoned by her estranged father and left to cope with the pressures of a high‑society family. The arrival of a new baby brother consumes Willow’s attention, deepening Hannah’s sense of isolation.
In search of identity and purpose, Hannah turns to her boyfriend and uncle for support and travels to New Orleans to pursue a singing career. There she faces unsettling revelations that challenge her perceptions of family, love, and self.
First publish date: May 4, 2004
Genre: Suspense/General Suspense
Authors: V. C. Andrews
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